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an act of traveling a short way to do or get something
He was sent out on an urgent errand.
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Recent Examples of errand
Lightweight, flowy, and with a fun pattern, the dress can be thrown on for running errands, work, or a casual lunch date.
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Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
The day ahead is packed with carpools, errands, feedings, and meals to plan and prepare.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 24 June 2025
Burgess and Shelby’s View Forecasting Trump’s decisions is always a fool’s errand, and his public statements on Wednesday only underscored his opaque approach.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 18 June 2025
No other plans, no errands, no reservations—only flexibility to relax, hang out longer, and see where the day takes you (without any pressure).
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 17 June 2025
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Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
The day ahead is packed with carpools, errands, feedings, and meals to plan and prepare.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 24 June 2025
Burgess and Shelby’s View Forecasting Trump’s decisions is always a fool’s errand, and his public statements on Wednesday only underscored his opaque approach.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 18 June 2025
No other plans, no errands, no reservations—only flexibility to relax, hang out longer, and see where the day takes you (without any pressure).
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for errand
Noun
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Additionally, LaGuardia Airport was seeing delays of up to three hours, with the FAA implementing a Traffic Management Program for incoming flights.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Conducted through a collaboration between the Roads and Transport Authority and Joby Aviation, the test flight marks a major step toward launching full operations next year.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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But as secrets surface and their relationship unravels, the couple’s trip turns sinister.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
9 July 2025
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Empty the mailbox before leaving on a trip, and be sure to sort through mail that's been piling up.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 July 2025
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Hynes kicks off his tour on October 29, in Berlin, Germany, and continues with additional shows in Europe and his native England.—
Matthew Strauss,
Pitchfork,
8 July 2025
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Plans call for a possible Broadway run in the future, but until that happens, Case will start a national tour to promote Neon Grey Midnight Green in Woodstock, New York, on Oct. 1.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
8 July 2025
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Some could be anticipated, like airfare and a wine tasting excursion, but there were also unpredictable expenses like Ubers, bar tabs, and more.—
Alicia Adamczyk,
Fortune,
8 July 2025
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To get out into the wilderness, guests have their pick of adventurous excursions.—
Sarah Bruning,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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The movie follows a group of best friends from high school who attempt to reconnect during a weekend jaunt to Vegas.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
25 June 2025
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Cedar Bloom, a campground and farm in Cave Junction, has become an annual jaunt, and for good reason.—
The Editors,
Outside Online,
25 June 2025
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Elsewhere at the box office, Jurassic World Rebirth looks to collect nearly $39 million in its sophomore outing for a North American war chest of $230.9 million.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
12 July 2025
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In his most recent outing, which came in November, Barrios fought Abel Ramos to a split draw to retain the belt.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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“Errand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errand. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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